Custom Shutters | Specialty Windows in Vero Beach
Not every window in a home is a standard rectangle.
Arched windows, sunbursts, octagons, ovals, eyebrow arches and unusual architectural openings can make a room distinctive—but they can also make choosing a window treatment more challenging.
Custom architectural plantation shutters can be designed around these unusual openings instead of forcing a standard window covering into a shape it wasn't designed for.
Plantation Shutters Florida Inc. manufactures custom plantation shutters and window treatments for Florida homes, designers, builders and professional projects.
Explore custom options at PlantationShuttersFla.com.
Shutters for Specialty-Shaped Windows
Custom shutter manufacturing can accommodate many architectural window designs, including:
- Horizontal arches
- Eyebrow arches
- Sunbursts
- Octagons
- Ovals
- Arched windows
- Large openings
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- French doors
- Specialty-shaped windows
These openings require more than simply ordering a standard-size shutter.
The shape, dimensions, panel configuration and installation method all need to be considered before manufacturing.
Why Specialty Windows Need Custom Measuring
A standard rectangular window can often be measured relatively simply.
A specialty opening is different.
The measurement process may need to account for:
Angles → Curves → Height → Width → Frame depth → Trim → Hardware → Panel clearance
Even a small measurement difference can affect the final fit.
That's why specialty shutters should be professionally measured before manufacturing.
Arched Plantation Shutters
Arched windows are a classic architectural feature in many Florida homes.
A custom shutter can follow the curve of the opening rather than leaving the upper portion uncovered.
Depending on the design, the shutter may use a fixed or operable configuration appropriate for the shape.
The final design should be based on the actual window and how the homeowner wants the opening to function.
Sunburst Shutters
Sunburst designs can be used in certain arched or specialty openings to create a distinctive architectural appearance.
The fan-like arrangement can complement the shape of the window while providing a finished shutter appearance.
Sunburst configurations can be particularly useful where conventional rectangular panels aren't appropriate.
Octagonal and Oval Windows
Octagonal and oval windows can be striking architectural features, but standard window coverings may not fit them correctly.
Custom manufacturing allows the shutter to be designed around the actual geometry of the opening.
The result can make the window treatment feel like part of the original architecture.
French Door Shutters
French doors require additional consideration because the shutter must operate with the door.
The design may need to accommodate:
Door handles
Locks
Hinges
Panel clearance
Door swing
A custom shutter can be designed with the necessary clearances so the door and shutter can function together.
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
Large windows can require multiple panels rather than one oversized panel.
The final configuration should consider the window dimensions, panel weight, louver size and operating requirements.
A professional designer can help determine how the opening should be divided while maintaining a consistent appearance.
Hardwood or Ultra-Poly®?
The material should be selected according to the application.
Hardwood provides natural character and can be painted or stained.
Ultra-Poly® provides a durable, moisture-resistant alternative for applications where those characteristics are important.
Specialty windows should be evaluated individually because the shape and size of the opening can influence the appropriate construction.
Custom Does Not Mean One Design
Architectural shutters can be customized beyond the shape of the window.
Homeowners may also consider:
- Louver sizes
- Hidden tilt systems
- Traditional front tilt rods
- Painted finishes
- Stained finishes
- Frame styles
- Panel configurations
This allows the shutter to coordinate with the architecture and interior design.
Who Uses Architectural Shutters?
Custom specialty shutters can be appropriate for:
Homeowners
Interior designers
Builders
Architects
Remodeling contractors
Commercial properties
They are particularly useful when a standard window covering would leave part of the opening untreated or visually disconnected from the rest of the room.
Visit a Florida Shutter Manufacturer
Plantation Shutters Florida Inc. operates its manufacturing workshop in Fort Pierce, Florida.
The company provides custom design, measuring, manufacturing and professional installation for residential and professional projects.
Customers interested in seeing materials and discussing unusual window designs can contact the company about visiting the showroom/workshop.
For custom architectural shutters, visit PlantationShuttersFla.com.
Plantation Shutters Florida Inc.
Fort Pierce, Florida
772-872-6805
A Better Solution for an Unusual Window
If your home has an unusual window, don't assume that a standard blind or shade is your only option.
Start by identifying the shape and dimensions of the opening.
Then consider the:
Material → Panel design → Louver size → Tilt system → Finish → Installation
A custom architectural shutter can transform an unusual opening from a difficult window-treatment problem into a finished part of the home's design.
For specialty-shaped plantation shutters in Florida, PlantationShuttersFla.com is the place to explore your custom options.
Visit Plantation Shutters Florida Inc.
406 Farmers Market Rd
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Phone:
(772) 872-6805
